What gives it the sourness?

Vinegar and lime juice are key for the sour flavor.

It can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.

What proteins can I add?

Tofu or chicken are great additions.

Soup

A flavorful soup with a mix of spices and vinegars for a kick.

W 100 g

70 kcal

1 bowl

175 kcal

(250 g)

Białko	Węglowodany	Tłuszcz
5 g / 100g	10 g / 100g	2 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 26% · Carbs 51% · Fat 23%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 bowl (250 g, 175 kcal) is 9% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 bowl takes about 43 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Sichuan Hot and Sour Soup is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 108 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

8/10

Low in calories and high in flavor; ideal for weight management.

What gives it the sourness?: Vinegar and lime juice are key for the sour flavor.
Is it gluten-free?: It can be made gluten-free by using tamari instead of soy sauce.
What proteins can I add?: Tofu or chicken are great additions.

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